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PatternGen
2023
School Project
School Project Overview
A new platform to democratize clothing creation for a more self sufficient and sustainable future
My Role
UX Researcher
Product Designer
Illustrator
Animator
Team
Derek Knodt
Mateo Gonzalez
Tools
Figma
Miro
Illustrator
After Effects
Duration
5 Weeks
The Problem
Many want to create their own clothing, but give up because they don't understand patternmaking
The Solution
I combined my fashion and tech background to design a concept that guides users in creating custom-fit clothing from start to finish.
DiscoverAnalyzeConcept
Discover
Research
We began by interviewing seven individuals,
from complete beginners to industry professionals
Key Insight #1
Many want to make clothing because store
bought clothing never fits their proportions
Key Insight #2
Many want to create basics they can wear daily,
even though they are cheap to purchase.
Key Insight #3
People want the skill of garment creation
but don't have clear paths available
Key Insight #4
Many give up at the pattern stage,
they are unable to understand premade
patterns or how to draft fitted new ones
Key Insight #5
Many want to make more sustainable
choices and reduce their impact
Analyze
Existing Resources
We researched existing clothing creation methods,
noting the pros and cons of each
Approach #1
Store and online bought patterns are
too difficult to use for beginners

Even then... they don’t even fit you right!
Approach #2
Casual sewers don’t want to spend years
mastering hand-drafted patterns.
Approach #3
Existing software is designed for
professionals with extensive drafting
experience, not beginners.
Concept
Minimum Viable Product
From there we began drafting up an MVP, listing our core
feature list and requirements for each user group.
Feedback and Iteration
We shared our MVP, gathered feedback
then refined our plan for improvement.
Finalization
Based on their feedback, we revised our MVP and created a case study
video to clearly present our problem, research, and product solution.
Initial Scan
Position your phone or webcam to fully capture your body,
allowing PatternGen to take virtual measurements.
Find Your Garment
Explore our collection of real-world recreations
and community designs, sized to fit you perfectly
Personalize and Tailor
Seamlessly customize design details to match
your unique style and realize your goals
From Digital to Physical
Print, tape, and assemble your individualized pattern
in the comfort of your own home
Garment Construction
Grab your fabric and follow our clear on-screen, video, and audio
instructions to pin, cut, and sew your garment!
AI Assistance
If you encounter sewing issues, don't worry
Our AI assistant is here to help you get back on track!
Success without Stress
Enjoy the process, have fun, and feel the satisfaction of
wearing garments by you, for you!
Unlock Your Potential
As you master the basics, level up your superpowers by designing
from scratch and sharing your creations with the world!
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